The rapid growth and acceptance of both medical and recreational uses of cannabis will create a demand for persons with expertise in various aspects of the industry. This would include chemists, horticulturalists, medical practitioners, marketers, and pharmacists. Because cannabis is a federally controlled substance, there will also be a demand for people who understand the legal implications of its use. The certificate will enhance the employment opportunities for students who are currently enrolled at the university and also facilitate recruitment of professional students into the program. These students will be both part-time or fulltime status.
Course Plan
Fall:
PHA 461 - Cannabis Law and Policy Credits: 1 (Cross-listed with PHS 461)
PHA 462 - Hemp Biology and Analysis Credits: 4 (Cross Listed with BIO 363)
PHS 462 - Lab Credits: 1 LAB FEE
PHA 465 - Therapeutics of Medicinal Cannabis Credits: 3 (Cross Listed with PHS 462)
Spring:
PHA 463 - Cannabis and Cannabinoids Credits: 3 (Cross-Listed with PHS 463)
This course will include history of cannabis, taxonomy, pharmacology and pharmacokinetics, and toxicology.
PHA 464 - CBD Analysis and Extraction Lab Credits: 2 LAB FEE
Fall or Spring
PHA 466 - Cannabis Capstone Project Seminar Credits: 3 (Cross-Listed with PHS 466)
** Please refer to the Graduate Bulletin for PHA course descriptions.